Florent Manaudou, a renowned French Olympic swimmer, has become an overnight sensation for his incredible display of core strength. A recent video shared on Instagram and TikTok showcased Manaudou’s extraordinary fitness levels as he effortlessly performed a pool plank using a stack of kickboards. This jaw-dropping feat left viewers in awe of his superhuman abilities.
In the viral clip, posted on June 30, the 32-year-old athlete substituted an ab wheel with a stack of kickboards. He positioned himself above the pool, executing a roll-out into a superman plank. With his body fully extended above the water’s surface, Manaudou effortlessly pulled himself back to the pool’s edge. The video garnered millions of views, and even the NBC Olympics account reposted it, making him an internet sensation overnight.
Manaudou’s Instagram caption challenged his followers, asking if they could perform the same incredible maneuver. Many of his admirers attempted to replicate the pool plank, but with varying degrees of success. Most struggled to maintain their balance on the stacked kickboards or ended up flopping into their pools. The consensus among viewers was summed up by one astounded commenter who said, I think I pulled a muscle just watching him do it.
For those who are unfamiliar with Manaudou, the 6’6 swimmer first represented France in the London Olympics in 2012. He clinched a gold medal for the 50-meter freestyle swim, followed by silver in the same event at both the 2016 and 2021 Summer Olympics. Manaudou comes from a family of swimming prodigies, with his older sister, Laure, being a famous Olympic swimmer as well. Although Laure retired from competitive swimming in 2009, Florent is gearing up to represent his home nation at the 2024 Games in Paris.
Manaudou’s extraordinary skills and determination make him an athlete to watch out for in the upcoming Olympics. His display of core strength has captivated audiences around the world, and his popularity continues to soar. Whether it’s his unparalleled swimming prowess or his mind-boggling pool planks, Manaudou is set to make waves in the sporting world.
As we eagerly anticipate the 2024 Games in Paris, it’s clear that Manaudou’s incredible abilities will keep us glued to our screens. So, get ready to cheer on this exceptional athlete as he represents France on the grandest sporting stage. And who knows, maybe we’ll all be attempting our own pool planks, inspired by the one and only Florent Manaudou.
